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Universal Orlando Removing #1 Ride from Express Pass at Islands of Adventure

Tom Bricker — Tue, 26 May 2026 20:56:47 +0000

Universal Orlando has announced that the most popular attraction in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in its Islands of Adventure park is being removed from Express Pass. This covers the change coming to Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, the #1 wait time in the two legacy parks, along with our commentary. Universal’s Express Pass...

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Disney World Has Two More BoardWalk Mystery Projects Coming to Empty Restaurant & Retail Spaces.

Tom Bricker — Tue, 26 May 2026 18:19:45 +0000

For the last several years, Walt Disney World has had a problem with the BoardWalk. There are currently three vacancies along the promenade that follow a wave of closures, which followed a prior slate of openings and reimaginings. To borrow a phrase from the troubled EPCOT overhaul, BoardWalk has been in a state of “becoming”...

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Disney Adds 15 New & Returning Experiences for Kids Rule Summer 2026 at Disneyland!

Tom Bricker — Mon, 25 May 2026 22:36:24 +0000

All eyes are on Walt Disney World this summer, with the debut of several reimagined rides and enhanced attractions, plus new and returning entertainment for Cool Kids’ Summer. Not wanting to be left out of the fun, Disneyland just launched Kids Rule Summer, which has its own slate of offerings including the 15 new or...

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Disneyland Still Open as Chemical Tank at Risk of Exploding Forces Evacuation Orders 5 Miles Away.

Tom Bricker — Sun, 24 May 2026 22:27:54 +0000

A hazmat emergency near Disneyland is causing evacuations in Orange County, California, and leading many guests to wonder whether Disneyland is still open, safe to visit or if the parks will be forced to close in the event of an explosion. This post addresses the current status, Disney’s official statement & FAQ, plus everything else...

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Jessie’s Roundup Opens Early at Magic Kingdom!

Tom Bricker — Sun, 24 May 2026 20:32:44 +0000

Jessie’s Roundup has quietly debuted at Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom, ahead of the official kickoff of Cool Kids’ Summer at Walt Disney World. Here are full details, first look photos, and my initial impressions of the dance party based on a preview. As basic background, Jessie’s Roundup is part of Cool Kids’ Summer at...

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Disney World Raises Flagship Restaurant Price by $80 to $375 Amid Culinary Leadership Changes

Tom Bricker — Sun, 24 May 2026 16:43:35 +0000

The culmination of a multi-month culinary shakeup for the Grand Floridian’s flagship restaurant, and only Michelin-starred fine dining establishment in all of Walt Disney World, is a significant price increase to its prix fixe menus and pairings. This runs down all of the changes at Victoria & Albert’s over the last couple months, along with...

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